{"product_id":"rough-lapis-lazuli-specimen-badakhshan-950g","title":"Rough Lapis Lazuli Specimen | Badakhshan, Afghanistan | 950g","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRough Lapis Lazuli Specimen from Badakhshan, Afghanistan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eraw Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e weighs 950 grams and comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, offered exactly as sourced with no lapidary work applied. The uneven surface and natural fracture lines are part of the stone's original geological form, not something added afterward. You can browse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/collections\/lapis-lazuli\"\u003eLapis Lazuli specimens\u003c\/a\u003e from the same region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eShape and Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMeasuring 14.0 x 10.7 x 5.5 cm, this is a large piece with real physical presence, closer to a boulder than a hand-sized specimen. The 5.5 cm depth gives it substantial volume across its whole footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMineral Composition and Color\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe stone shows a royal blue Lazurite matrix with natural \u003cstrong\u003ePyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e and Calcite present across the raw surface. These occur naturally alongside Lazurite in genuine Lapis Lazuli and haven't been treated, coated, or enhanced in any way. If you'd like to understand where material like this is sourced, our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/blogs\/news\/where-does-lapis-lazuli-come-from-a-guide-to-every-major-deposit\"\u003ewhere Lapis Lazuli comes from\u003c\/a\u003e covers the major deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDisplay and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003elarge Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e suits a mineral cabinet or a flat display stand. As with all rough specimens, keep it away from prolonged direct sunlight and moisture. The exact piece shown is the one you'll receive. For more pieces from Afghanistan and Pakistan, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/collections\/minerals-specimens\"\u003emineral specimens and crystals\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Lapis Lazuli specimen natural and untreated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is unpolished and sold exactly as sourced, with no coatings, dyeing, or heat treatment applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does this specimen come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's sourced from Badakhshan, in the northeastern mountains of Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat minerals are visible alongside the Lazurite?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe raw surface shows natural Pyrite and Calcite, both of which occur alongside Lazurite in genuine Lapis Lazuli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I display or care for this specimen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it on a flat stand or in a mineral cabinet, away from prolonged direct sunlight and moisture.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52616597537055,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/Large_950g_Lapis_Lazuli_boulder_with_golden_Pyrite.jpg?v=1790662459","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/rough-lapis-lazuli-specimen-badakhshan-950g","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}